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ATTENTION RESIDENTS: ABSENTEE BALLOTS HAVE BEEN MAILED ON FRIDAY, MARCH 30TH, 2026.

by Laurie Stark
Friday, March 20, 2026

 Any resident of the City of Grayling that is on the permanent ballot list has been mailed a ballot.

Michigan has no-excuse absentee voting, meaning any registered voter can request one.

🗳️ How to request your ballot

You have a few options:

1. Request online

2. Request through the City Clerk

  • Call, email,  or visit the clerk at Grayling City Hall
  • Ask for an Absent Voter (AV) application
  • Fill it out and return it (mail, drop-off, or in person)

3. In person (same-day help)

  • The clerk’s office can:
    • Issue your ballot
    • Accept your completed ballot
    • Help with registration if needed

📬 Already on the permanent ballot list?

If you signed up for permanent absentee voting:

  • Your ballot is automatically mailed when available
  • You don’t need to reapply each election

⏱️ Key tips

  • Ballots are mailed weeks before elections once available
  • You can still request one up to the Friday before Election Day (by mail/online) or in person up to 4 PM the day before (state rules)
  • Return it early via mail, drop box, or in person

AV BALLOT AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION